Maintaining an up-to-date licence is a legal requirement for use of Ordnance Survey data.
Aware of how copyright licensing is an area of long-standing concern for many users, CENTREMAPS has therefore come up with a high value solution that enables project managers to adopt best practice when it comes to accessing and using mapping data for Great Britain.
Having access to the most up-to-date and accurate mapping is never more important than when making a planning application. Only by knowing that an application is made with authoritative and reliable mapping can a planning authority make a properly informed decision.
Benefits of using licensed mapping data
Adopting best practice and using properly licensed mapping, enables you to realise the following benefits:
You have the reassurance of using location-based information from a trusted supplier with data sourced from the master map of Great Britain
Being legitimately licensed supports the reputation of your business in the marketplace
Maintaining an up-to-date licence is a legal requirement for use of Ordnance Survey data. Not having the correct licence could potentially invalidate your professional indemnity insurance and may result in remedial works if old data has been found to
be used
Mapping can be supplied in a wide variety of formats suited to specific needs
Possible consequences of not having the right licence
Incorrect or out-of-date mapping can result in planning application failure or delay
Damaged reputation from disappointed customers and negative press coverage
Legal fees if customers seek compensation for any remedial works
Ordnance Survey Mapping is protected under Crown copyright by virtue of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. Copying of mapping can be authorised under separate copyright licences, depending upon the intended use.
